By Shehneela Mazhar: In the vibrant city of Karachi, where dreams and aspirations intertwine, lives Atiya Abbas, a shining star and Fulbright exchange program alumna from 2013. Fueled by a passion to empower young minds, Atiya embarked on a remarkable journey through the Alumni Small Grant (ASG) program. Her project, ...
Dania Hassan, a U.S. Summer Sisters Program 2016 alumna, has launched an Alumni Small Grant (ASG) project that is revolutionizing math education in Karachi. Karachi Math Circles is a groundbreaking initiative that engages students through problem-solving techniques and innovative approaches. Dania aims to foster a love for STEM, especially mathematics, ...
Plastic pollution threatens our environment, and Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) Karachi Chapter is taking action! As part of their Country Project on “Climate Change: Protecting Local Communities,” PUAN Karachi Chapter organized a thought-provoking panel discussion at the Habitt Auditorium in Karachi. The event brought together around 70 participants, including PUAN ...
The Pakistan-U.S Alumni Network (PUAN) Karachi Chapter recently organized a heart-warming activity at Edhi Orphanage on the 3rd day of Eid-ul-Fitar, 2023. The event was a resounding success, with PUAN members bringing gifts and spending quality time with the orphan children. Led by Chapter President Mushtaq Sarki, a delegation of ...
The Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Consulate General in Karachi and Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) recently hosted an interfaith Iftar event to promote religious harmony and mutual respect. The event was held during the holy month of Ramadan and brought together over 100 guests from various sectors, including media, ...
By: Shehneela Mazhar Karachi, also known as mini Pakistan, is a bustling city with a population of over 20 million people located on the Arabian sea coastline. As the sea level continues to rise and climate change poses a threat, the need for natural protection for the residents and marine ...
PUAN Karachi Chapter celebrated its annual reunion event at the Marriott Hotel Pool Marquee. The theme of the event was Cultural Diversity and Interfaith Harmony. More than 400 alumni attended this grand reunion which was held after a long time because of pandemic restrictions. From the U.S. Consulate General Karachi, ...
STEAM education goes beyond traditional subjects. It gives a skill set that governs the way we think and behave. Merging science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, STEAM education helps us to solve the challenges the world faces today. PUAN Karachi Chapter in collaboration with KASBIT University, STEAM PRO recently organized ...
Entrepreneurs play a vital role in the growth of the economy. They benefit society through wealth generation and community development. To address the increasing importance of entrepreneurial competencies, PUAN Karachi Chapter in collaboration with Iqra University Karachi organized an Entrepreneurship Conference at Iqra University EDC Campus. The event was co-sponsored ...
Ambassador Donald Blome is paying his first visit to Karachi! He rang the opening bell at the Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited to signify the U.S. commitment to a strong U.S.-Pakistan economic partnership. “I am glad to be here in Karachi, a city of tremendous energy and diversity.” Did you know ...